Hampton
boy name#1443 in 2025Hampton entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #497 in 1891, ranks #1443 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1443
rank today
#497
peak (1891)
124
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #712 |
| 1890s | #699 |
| 1900s | #728 |
| 1910s | #912 |
| 1920s | #1030 |
| 1930s | #1176 |
| 1940s | #1233 |
| 1950s | #1488 |
| 1960s | #1762 |
| 1970s | #2904 |
| 1980s | #2971 |
| 1990s | #2502 |
| 2000s | #2306 |
| 2010s | #1920 |
| 2020s | #1606 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Hampton has been most popular in SC, GA, NC.
Living bearers
About 3,100 people named Hampton are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Hampton alive today was born around 1982, making them about 43 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hampton in 2025?
- Hampton ranks #1443 among US boy names in 2025, with 124 babies given the name.
- When was the name Hampton most popular?
- Hampton peaked in 1891, reaching #497 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hampton with classmates?
- Hampton will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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